Can classical physics agree with quantum physics on quantum phenomena?

TL;DR

This paper explores whether classical physics can be adapted to explain quantum phenomena by attempting a quantization of the free radiation field without relying on traditional quantum mechanics concepts.

Contribution

It proposes a novel approach to quantize the free radiation field using classical physics principles, challenging the belief that classical physics cannot explain quantum phenomena.

Findings

Classical approach can approximate quantum field quantization

Potential new methods for bridging classical and quantum physics

Challenges to the conventional separation of classical and quantum theories

Abstract

Classical physics fails where quantum physics prevails. This common understanding applies to quantum phenomena that are acknowledged to be beyond the reach of classical physics. Here, we make an attempt at weakening this solid belief that classical physics is unfit to explain the quantum world. The trial run is the quantization of the free radiation field that will be addressed by following a strategy that is free from operators or quantum-mechanical concepts